ElevenLabs

ElevenLabs is a venture capital firm based in London, United Kingdom, specializing in early-stage investments in technology companies across Europe. The firm focuses on sectors such as artificial intelligence, voice synthesis, media, publishing, education, entertainment, and accessibility. ElevenLabs has a global presence with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Poland, India, Japan, Singapore, Brazil, and Mexico, reflecting its commitment to fostering innovation in diverse markets.

The firm's investment strategy encompasses various stages, including Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth, and Late Stage, allowing it to support companies at different phases of development. ElevenLabs has been actively involved in the AI sector, particularly in voice synthesis technology, and has established partnerships with leading media, publishing, and education companies. The firm's portfolio includes over one million active users per month, indicating its significant impact in the industry.

In November 2024, ElevenLabs announced an investment of 44 million PLN (approximately 11 million USD) in the development of Poland's AI ecosystem, including the opening of an R&D center in Warsaw. This initiative aims to attract AI talent from Poland and the entire Central and Eastern European region, with plans to hire over 30 new employees in 2025 and expand the team by an additional 100 in subsequent years. The Polish office also serves as the company's headquarters within the European Union, underscoring ElevenLabs' commitment to supporting local innovation and talent development.